Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Boraginales
Species:
parviflorus
ID:
1331185

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Decne.) Dickoré & Hilger

Source:
ipni

Year:
2015

Citation Micro:
Phytotaxa 226: 137 (2015)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001343639





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Description

Decalepidanthus parviflorus (also called Small-flowered Decalepidanthus, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region. It has a creeping habit and produces small white flowers. It is found in dry and rocky habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Decalepidanthus parviflorus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge. It is also used for its medicinal properties, such as treating fever, headaches, and other ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Decalepidanthus parviflorus is a white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Decalepidanthus parviflorus is a perennial herb native to South America. It is easy to propagate from seed, and can be grown in a wide range of soils. It prefers moist, well-drained soils, and can tolerate some shade. It can also be propagated by division or by cuttings.

Where to Find Decalepidanthus parviflorus

Decalepidanthus parviflorus can be found in the tropical forests of India.

Decalepidanthus parviflorus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Decalepidanthus parviflorus?

Decalepidanthus parviflorus

What is the natural habitat of Decalepidanthus parviflorus?

Decalepidanthus parviflorus is found in wetland habitats in tropical and subtropical regions.

What is the flower color of Decalepidanthus parviflorus?

The flowers of Decalepidanthus parviflorus are white or yellowish.

Species in the Boraginaceae family

Actinocarya acaulis, Actinocarya tibetica, Adelocaryum coelestinum, Adelocaryum flexuosum, Adelocaryum malabaricum, Adelocaryum nebulicola, Adelocaryum lambertianum, Aegonychon purpurocaeruleum, Aegonychon zollingeri, Aegonychon purpurea-coeruleum, Aegonychon calabricum, Aegonychon calabrum, Afrotysonia africana, Afrotysonia glochidiata, Afrotysonia pilosicaulis, Alkanna amana, Alkanna angustifolia, Alkanna areolata, Alkanna attilae, Alkanna aucheriana, Alkanna auranitica, Alkanna bracteosa, Alkanna caliensis, Alkanna cappadocica, Alkanna confusa, Alkanna corcyrensis, Alkanna cordifolia, Alkanna dumanii, Alkanna frigida, Alkanna froedinii, Alkanna galilaea, Alkanna graeca, Alkanna haussknechtii, Alkanna hellenica, Alkanna hirsutissima, Alkanna hispida, Alkanna incana, Alkanna intercedens, Alkanna jordanovii, Alkanna kotschyana, Alkanna leiocarpa, Alkanna leptophylla, Alkanna lutea, Alkanna macrophylla, Alkanna macrosiphon, Alkanna maleolens, Alkanna megacarpa, Alkanna methanaea, Alkanna milliana, Alkanna mughlae,

References

Joseph Decaisne (1807-1882): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Decne.' in the authors string.
Hartmut H. Hilger (b.1948): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hilger' in the authors string.